Starting a social enterprise is an exciting prospect. Like many who are starting out, you would like to start a business to solve a particular social, cultural and/or environmental issue, but where do you start?

Dream it. Build it. Grow it.

Below are some resources other QSEC members have found useful at the start of their social enterprise journey.

• Check out the free Social Startup Studio course: Social Enterprise Fundamentals.

• Explore the Sustainable Development Goals.

• A Business Planning Guide for Social Enterprises by Social Ventures

• Griffith University has provided a Business Model Canvas so you can get your business on paper

• A Guide to Social Enterprise Legals by Justice Connect

• New Funding and Finance Models by Justice Connect

• Australian Stories of Social Enterprise - for inspiration!

• Qld Government - Choosing the right business structure

• Aus Government - Help find which licences you need

Through a partnership with the Queensland Government, you can also access their Mentoring for Growth program.